Matcin' up rules vs gambling rules and event rules were never the same.

Kris_b1104 said:

Did he specifically state that he would not take the job if Matchroom doesn't give him full control such as picking players?

Also, if Tyler doesn't make it on points and still gets picked by Johan because they have a relationship, I will riot.

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I’d have to go back and listen to his interviews. But he’s been bluntly critical of how MR has been handling the event the past few years.

Besides, who, really, is Matchroom wanting for the two US wild cards. The pickings are slim. Frazer is so frustrated now she would support Bergman and Verner is my guess. She is willing to see a shakeup. She just wants some real competition.

Bob Jewett said:

Considering how late the cancellation is relative to when the WC was expected to be held, I think Matchroom is going to go with a venue where they have a previous, successful history, and that is most likely to be in the UK. The only way I can see that not happening is if a sponsor/venue steps forward with an offer Matchroom can't refuse with the money in escrow.

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UK is a good option, as is Fulda, Germany.

I doubt this came as a big shock to Matchroom. I’d guess they knew before the Iran conflict that the Saudi staging was doubtful. Otherwise the event would have been announced months ago. They probably have been scouting a new location since January.